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In this program, Jamie Justice will investigate how clouds are formed, how storms develop, and how clouds make rain. Jamie has some engaging and fun explorations and activities planned for this program. Jamie is the[...]

Watch Museum docents feed the animals in the Museum’s Touch Tank.

North Carolina has long been known for its seven beacons of light that stretch from the Outer Banks to the Brunswick Islands. In this program, Keith Eades will discuss each lighthouse and explain what makes[...]

The 2020 hurricane season had the most storms on record to date: a total of 30 named storms, 13 of which became hurricanes. The increased frequency of hurricanes leads us to ask what is causing[...]

Watch Museum docents feed the animals in the Museum’s Touch Tank.

In this role-playing game, players will represent a team of scientists and engineers sending a spacecraft on a mission to space. They will meet with the surprises, setbacks, and successes that accompany every scientific mission.[...]

Watch museum docents feed the live animals in the museum’s Touch Tank.

Explore some of the strange creatures that lived on Earth before the dinosaurs by experiencing the museum’s newest exhibit: Before the Dinosaurs: Coal Age monsters. Our new Science in 3D exhibit uses virtual reality to[...]

If they’re not off fighting a fire, and if the weather cooperates, members of the Ocean Isle Beach Fire & Rescue will bring some of their expertise and lifesaving equipment to the museum’s parking lot.[...]

This is a fun and educational program for all children. Kids can test their ocean IQ and learn about the marine animals that live in the ocean. Safety while at the beach or near or in[...]

Celebrate the Museum of Coastal Carolina’s 30th anniversary with this special program that discusses how the museum came to be. Hear the stories behind some of the museum’s oldest exhibits. Listen to excerpts from First[...]

Dinosaurs of Antarctica tells the story of a changing environment at the bottom of the world. In ancient times, dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures roamed freely in a lush landscape. Over millions of years, geologic[...]

Explore some of the strange creatures that lived on Earth before the dinosaurs. Strap on a virtual reality headset and become immersed in this unique environment.

This program takes a look at the amazing world of sharks and what makes them unique to other fish. Ever wonder if sharks sleep? Are they really people eaters? How many teeth do they have?[...]

Do you know how many species of venomous snakes call NC home? Can you tell the difference between a venomous snake and a harmless snake? Matthew Bookout can tell you anything you ever wanted to[...]

Watch museum docents feed the live animals in the museum’s Touch Tank.

The Museum of Coastal Carolina’s Coastal Art Gallery is exhibiting works by artist Dwayne Schmidt. Mr. Schmidt calls his exhibition Coastal Tranquility.

Explore some of the strange creatures that lived on Earth before the dinosaurs. Strap on a virtual reality headset and become immersed in this unique environment.

Watch museum docents feed the live animals in the museum’s Touch Tank.

Explore some of the strange creatures that lived on Earth before the dinosaurs. Strap on a virtual reality headset and become immersed in this unique environment.

Learn more about the Museum’s exhibits in a rousing game of bingo! Bingo cards feature pictures of different exhibits in the Museum and offer the opportunity to win fun prizes. Great for kids and adults[...]

Dinosaurs of Antarctica tells the story of a changing environment at the bottom of the world. In ancient times, dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures roamed freely in a lush landscape. Over millions of years, geologic[...]

Explore some of the strange creatures that lived on Earth before the dinosaurs. Strap on a virtual reality headset and become immersed in this unique environment.

Sea turtles are frequent visitors to the North Carolina coast, with several individuals nesting on beaches from the Outer Banks to our own Ocean Isle Beach. Learn about the life cycle and different species of[...]

Fire ecology focuses on the relationship of wildland fire to the environment that surrounds it, both living and non-living. Dr. Rother, our guest lecturer, will begin by focusing on some essential concepts in this emerging[...]

Watch museum docents feed the live animals in the museum’s Touch Tank.

Explore some of the strange creatures that lived on Earth before the dinosaurs. Strap on a virtual reality headset and become immersed in this unique environment.

If they’re not off fighting a fire, and if the weather cooperates, members of the Ocean Isle Beach Fire & Rescue will bring some of their expertise and lifesaving equipment to the museum’s parking lot.[...]

This is a fun and educational program for all children. Kids can test their ocean IQ and learn about the marine animals that live in the ocean. Safety while at the beach or near or in[...]

Dinosaurs of Antarctica tells the story of a changing environment at the bottom of the world. In ancient times, dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures roamed freely in a lush landscape. Over millions of years, geologic[...]

Explore some of the strange creatures that lived on Earth before the dinosaurs. Strap on a virtual reality headset and become immersed in this unique environment.

This program takes a look at the amazing world of sharks and what makes them unique to other fish. Ever wonder if sharks sleep? Are they really people eaters? How many teeth do they have?[...]

Do you know how many species of venomous snakes call NC home? Can you tell the difference between a venomous snake and a harmless snake? Matthew Bookout can tell you anything you ever wanted to[...]

Watch museum docents feed the live animals in the museum’s Touch Tank.

Explore some of the strange creatures that lived on Earth before the dinosaurs. Strap on a virtual reality headset and become immersed in this unique environment.

Watch museum docents feed the live animals in the museum’s Touch Tank.

Explore some of the strange creatures that lived on Earth before the dinosaurs. Strap on a virtual reality headset and become immersed in this unique environment.

This program concerns North Carolina ocean animal rescue efforts including the Sea Biscuit Wildlife Shelter and the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center.  The program will also include a discussion of the largest[...]

Learn more about the Museum’s exhibits in a rousing game of bingo! Bingo cards feature pictures of different exhibits in the Museum and offer the opportunity to win fun prizes. Great for kids and adults[...]